FeaturedNeuroscience VideosOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·March 8, 2017·5 min readProbiotic Found in Yogurt Can Reverse Depression SymptomsThe probiotic Lactobacillus can reverse symptoms and anxiety and depression, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·March 7, 2017·4 min readBrain Architecture Alters to Compensate for DepressionResearchers discover differences in the structure of the cerebral cortex in depressed patients, but the differences can be normalized following taking appropriate medications.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·March 6, 2017·6 min readHead Injuries Can Alter Hundreds of Genes and Lead to Serious Brain DamageA new study reports head injuries can cause harm to genes in the brain, leading to an increased risk for neurological and psychiatric disorders.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·March 6, 2017·3 min readKetamine No “Wonder Drug” For DepressionResearchers report there is no added benefit in using ketamine over standard anesthetic when it comes to administering ECT to people with depression.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·March 6, 2017·3 min readDisruptive Children Do Not Inspire Similar Behavior in SiblingsA new study reports children are likely to learn how not to behave like their more disruptive siblings.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·March 6, 2017·6 min readNot So Sweet? This Is What Happens to the Brain When You Give Up Sugar for LentDecided to cut back on sugary treats? A new article considers why it might not be such a sweet idea for all.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·March 3, 2017·2 min readYoga Effective at Reducing Depression SymptomsAccording to researchers, people with major depressive disorder who embark on twice weekly yoga classes and who also practice at home reported a reduction in their symptoms.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·March 3, 2017·6 min readTracking Dopamine in the BrainA new sensor could help to reveal the role dopamine plays in learning and emotion.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·March 2, 2017·4 min readKetamine Eases Severe Depression, But Questions of Dosage and Duration RemainA new study reports research into the term of use of ketamine to treat depression is limited.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyPainPsychology·March 1, 2017·5 min readReading Can Help With Chronic PainShared reading may be a helpful therapy, and an alternative to CBT, to help those living with chronic pain, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 14, 2017·5 min readMore Serotonin, Less Motivation? It Depends on the CircumstancesLong term stimulation of the serotonin system makes mice more active, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·February 2, 2017·4 min readEasier To Let Go: Can Depression Help People Deal With Life?Depression may allow people to abandon achievable goals, a new study reports.Read More